Best Holiday Party Starters

From salty finger foods to big-batch punches, get all the appetizer and drink recipes you need to celebrate the holidays right.

12 Party Punches

Break out your punch bowl, and mix up one of these festive drinks. These big-batch beverages—with and without alcohol—will keep you and your guests in high spirits.

Poinsettia Gimlet
Photo: Laurey W. Glenn/ Prop Styling: Faith Morgan/Food Styling: Angela Sellers

Poinsettia Gimlet

Tart yet sweet pomegrantate juice adds a festive flair to this sparkling lime-and-gin cocktail. Garnish with lime slices.

Prep Notes: 10 minutes hands-on time. Allow 2 hours to chill before serving.

For adults only.


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